Runs large by a couple of cup sizes. Band size is accurate. But my biggest concern is the flimsiness of the bra. WHile the plastic front clasp is larger than most (this is good, in my opinion), there is no structure to the cups. EVERYTHING shifts as you lie down, move, lean over, etc. I reordered in a smaller cup size and the same. I'm returning and won't buy again. Seems like i need to stay with Glamorise- only wished Glamorise made a seamless cup like this one.

The bra was comfortable as far as the material went. The cups were way to huge on me, I normally fit a 48g but can go down to a f depending on the style and fit. This bra was easily two times the cup size of any other bra in this same size. Usually its a bit tight or loose for the same size through different brands but this one was twice the size i needed. I did not reorder as I do not plan to spend the next month reordering till I found the one that would fit me. Best advice I can give is in larger cups sizes give your self a cup - cup and half size down on them. The shoulder straps are way to skinny for a large cup size as well, most bras the band and shoulders get larger the bigger the size, was not the case here. Wish I could find these in store and try them on to find a fit that works for me.

Hey all,

So I read just about every review about this bra to see what is up. I FRIGGIN' HATE BRAS so much, not to say that I like going bra-less, as that is a worse alternative. I have just been tortured with bras that suck my whole life. I have tried SO MANY bras. So here is the story. I have been wearing Victoria's Secret for a LONG time, and a few Soma bras. I always have to spend at least $50 for a bra that comes close to fitting. I have been measured, I know what they say my size is. Last time I got bras I was a 36DDD/E, but I have put on some pounds. Lately, the top of my breasts like to just kind of ooze out over the bra cup, which is just about the most uncomfortable and unattractive thing I think that a professional woman might experience. Also, the thin straps LITERALLY (and I mean literally), dig into my skin in the cradle of my shoulders - you know, right where the collar bone (clavicle) meets the top of the arm bone (humerus) and the shoulder bone (scapula) to make your shoulder joint. Because of this, I have TERRIBLE neck, shoulder and back pain ALL the time, and my skin is usually chaffed. And I am not exaggerating when I say I feel like I am tortured.

Well VS doesn't make a larger size (even though when it comes to fabrics, the NAIL IT for comfort). I figured I would try out some online orders, since I have no other options here in the middle of corn country. After reading the reviews and taking measurements, I decided to order 2 of each in 2 sizes: 38F (because the review said the cups run big) and 38G (what I measured as). As I expected, the 38G I am sized for is actually too large in the cup, but the 38 band size is a little snug (I hate having to use the last clip). The F cup fits great, but again the band is a little tight for my preference. For the most part, the cup feels great and the straps feel pretty good, but the band feels really awful. It is made with a scratchy material that was very uncomfortable at the bottom and sides, especially below my arm pits. Also, they used too much fabric below the underwire, so it rolls up under and pinches the skin under my breasts. I still did get slight marks from my shoulders after wearing the 38F for a whole day, but I did not feel near the pain that I did with my old, smaller bra.

I will say that I am impressed with the cup design and coverage. A++ there. I do love the way that it lifts and holds everything in place. I did not get the fluff over the top, or out the side by the armpits, or even the "back-boob" that I usually get with bras. The design, other than too much fabric under the cups is excellent. I am just really disappointed that the fabric is so uncomfortable.

I have YET to find a single bra that meets 4 simple criteria:
1. Fits the cup (and holds them in place)
2. Doesn't itch or pinch
3. Doesn't create awkward shapes (back-boobs, side boob, weird pointy or wrinkly cups)
4. Doesn't dig into my shoulders.

I will say that this bra easily meets 1 and 3, and partially meets 4, but is a total flop on 2. Also, I marked that this fits "somewhat large," as I measure as a 38G, but the F cup fits better (38 is a little bit tight, but not terrible).

I would say that if you are slimmer in the upper belly and underarms, like the lovely model, it will probably be a better fit than what I have, as I am carrying some extra cushion in those areas that might contribute to the pinching. So, I will be sending 3 bras back, and keeping the one that I wore - it still is more comfortable than my old ones at least, and I don't have any boob-seepage in front of my students.

Anyone with similar expectations have any suggestions?

Good product. Love that this item also is sized for people like me; broad around but small busted. Fits great and straps are not falling off my shoulders like most bras do.

I'm currently still nursing my 9 month old so my bra size has fluctuated throughout my time as a breastfeeding mother. I've been searching for a cheaper bra in my size (42 H) but there is no such thing as cheap when you have to shop at tents r us for your bras. I found these leading lady bras and was skeptical - a wide range of sizes plus an under $30 cost? Cannot be.

So I ordered 2, and heeding the reviews I ordered a cup size down (42 G) as they mentioned the cup sizes were large. The bras took a mere 4 days to get to my house and as soon as I tried it on I was in love. It's soft, seems to be a decent quality for the price, and fits perfectly. As long as these bras are sold I will be buying. The only complaint I have is the underwire in the front tends to push out and is sometimes noticeable through my shirt. All I have to do is lift & separate the girls and everything is in order.

Oh and as an aside for nursing mothers who want a decent bra but don't want to pay the $70+ price for plus-sized nursing bras, the soft cups of this bra fold down easily so nursing is actually quite easy.